The New Rover 45

The New Rover 45. The unmistakable style of Rover.

A distinctive new level of refinement.

The new Rover 45 has been meticulously redesigned and engineered to provide an unprecedented sense of style and purpose,

offering the levels of composure and reassurance you expect. An advanced suspension, willing, yet frugal engines and a strong, stylish

body; in short, a real Rover. Available in either saloon or five-door hatchback guise, the new Rover 45 is also remarkably affordable.

Restyled front and rear, the car has a more defined and cleaner profile. The remodelled, deep chrome front grille and highly distinctive

twin clear lens headlights heighten the sheer sense of presence. Add a redesigned interior, a choice of five new trim levels and a

renowned range of powerful engines – from a 1.4 litre petrol to a 2.0 litre Turbo diesel – and the Rover 45 puts true refinement

effortlessly within reach.Cars shown in this brochure feature various options and accessories.

You wouldn't want to travelany other way.

The sleek lines and smooth profile of the new Rover 45 are unmistakable.

The new bumpers bring a crisp, more clearly defined profile, that makes

the car really stand out on the road. Other styling touches are irresistibly

eye-catching too. The subtle spoiler on the new boot and tailgate

emphasises the prominent new ‘centre-line’ 45 badge. Anyone watching

you approach through their rear view mirror can’t help but be impressed

by the presence of the imposing Rover grille. And the new clear-lens

twin pocket headlamps within the front bumper complete a statement

of modern style that is backed up by real design and engineering

substance. If further reassurance were needed, discrete touches

of chrome tastefully reinforce the impression of a refined and

modern design.

To personalise your Rover 45 ask your Rover Distributor about our

Monogram Bespoke Build programme. You can design your car to be as

individual as you are.

Pick from a strong line-up of performers.

For a measure of the technical sophistication of the new Rover 45 – and the

clear benefits it brings to driver and passengers – look no further than the range

of power units available to you. Looking for economy as well as muscle?

The 2.0 litre turbo-charged and intercooled diesel engine is available in a

choice of power outputs: 101Ps or 113Ps. Both exude torque, providing the

kind of relaxed yet uncompromising long-distance performance that

perfectly echoes the new Rover 45’s character. The 1.4, 1.6 and 1.8 litre

petrol units come from Rover’s K Series, renowned for smoothness. They’re

light in weight, too, promoting particularly agile steering response. You even

get a choice of transmissions to suit your style of driving. Choose between

light-shifting five-speed manual transmission or a sophisticated continuously

variable automatic that incorporates special modes for a sportier response,

plus Stepspeed (six-speed) manual over-ride. The 1.4, 1.6 and 1.8 litre engines

can all undergo conversion to LPG. This provides environmental advantages

and savings of up to 50% on fuel costs without compromising their smooth,

responsive power and torque delivery. Speak to your local Rover Distributor

for more details on LPG conversion.

Handling to stimulate you, a ride to cosset.

The new Rover 45’s sophisticated suspension and steering systems are

engineered to satisfy two vital – yet sometimes conflicting – requirements:

great handling and composed comfort. The cars reactions are responsive,

engaging and safe. Yet its ride never loses composure, remaining comfortably

stable whatever the road. It’s all thanks to the car’s advanced suspension

system - with double wishbones at the front and a multi-link layout at the

rear – that takes the road’s natural undulations and camber changes in its

stride. An unusually long wheelbase for the class means ‘big car’ stability

and a level ride. In addition, suspension and tyre noise – a source of

driver fatigue on long journeys – have been well muted. This car is

confident through corners, its power steering always accurate and

reassuringly progressive. Characterised by a low stance, agility and strong

road holding, the new Rover 45 lets you enjoy the lively power delivery and

crisp transmission to the full, whatever power option you’ve selected.

One of the great economic powers.

For diesel economy with the sort of refinement that might just remind

you of a petrol engine, look no further than the new Rover 45’s high-tech

2.0 litre intercooled turbo diesel L Series engines. Incorporating the

latest generation of diesel technology, the capabilities speak for

themselves: better than 50mpg on the EC combined cycle, and CO2

emissions of just 150g/km. Its generous 240Nm of torque (260Nm with

the 113Ps engine) translates into strong overtaking performance

without the need for frequent gear changing. In line with the engine’s

advanced design, there’s no traditional accelerator cable here.

The engine uses ‘drive-by-wire’ electronic injection control to ensure

the best response rate and make the very most from every tank of fuel.

At the same time, electronic emission controls and a catalytic converter

help to make sure that the new Rover 45’s diesel engines have

strong environmental credentials.

The automatic that lets you take control.

A good automatic transmission is hard to beat when you want to take

the strain out of driving. But even the best of them can’t do everything.

Or rather, can’t know everything. They can’t predict the need to change

down because you’re about to make a swift overtaking manoeuvre.

They can’t read your mind when you’re enjoying a twisting country

road. Well, with the new Rover 45’s Stepspeed, you can re-write the

rules. Fitted as an option on the new Rover 45 1.8 16v, Stepspeed is, in

effect, two transmissions in one. It offers you an advanced six-speed

manual mode and an electromechanically controlled continuously

variable transmission (EmCVT) – all in one transmission. Normally, it’s

an automatic. And an exceptionally capable one, moving seamlessly

through everyday traffic, with clever features such as downhill

recognition to provide engine braking, especially useful when touring.

The EmCVT transmission glides with complete smoothness to the ratio

most appropriate to your driving condition. But simply by slipping the

gearlever to one side, you take complete control. Now you can

manually tap between the six forward ratios just when you choose.

Shift down for swift acceleration. Shift up to relax your progress.

And all without needing to press a clutch pedal. An automatic

transmission with an occasional manual mode – or is it the other way

around? With Stepspeed, you always have the choice.

Safety for you...

Whatever choices you make in life, you know that your safety is

non-negotiable. The first priority is to avoid an accident. That’s why the

new Rover 45 has, as standard, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake

force distribution to augment the excellent chassis behaviour in extreme

situations. Visibility is always clear, thanks in part to those quad

headlamps and - on many models - front foglamps. Saloons also come

with high-pressure headlamp washers. But, if the worst happens, you can

count on driver and front passenger large-capacity airbags, plus

side-impact airbags in the front seats to provide excellent all-round

protection. Sensors ensure the airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners are

operated in the most appropriate sequence depending on the direction of

impact. Side-impact safety is enhanced even further by reinforcement

beams in all four doors. Saloon models feature three-point seatbelts in all

five seating positions, and rear headrests on most models. Not all threats,

of course, come from other road users. So for peace of mind while you’re

away from the car, we’ve also made sure that the new Rover 45 has the

protection it needs to survive on the meanest of mean streets.

Security for your Rover.

Wherever you take the new Rover 45, you are guarded by a level of protection that’s designed to overcome the challenges of modern

roads in today’s world. For security in slow moving traffic, speed dependent locking will automatically lock all the doors as you drive off.

And safety on the move is matched by a reassuring level of security while you’re parked or away from the car. The sophisticated remote

central locking system triggers locks that are shielded to protect against a forced break-in. The whole car is protected by perimetric and

volumetric alarms that detect unwanted intrusions. And that’s backed up by a Thatcham Category 1 engine immobiliser that - even if you

forget to lock your doors - operates automatically to disable the engine until you insert your key in the ignition or use your remote control

keyfob. With touches such as a master locking switch, which incorporates a panic alarm function, plus boot or tailgate that can be operated

both by remote control and from the driver’s seat, the new Rover 45 lets you enjoy your driving to the full in total peace of mind.

Space and comfort, in a haven of tranquillity.

One glance at this welcoming, refined and spacious interior is enough to tell

you that comfort is a priority in the new Rover 45. Get close and you’ll feel the

quality of the materials, the attention to detail and fine visual design

exemplified by a new fascia in Ash or duotone Light Smokestone/Ash, featuring

modern touches such as circular air vents highlighted in chrome – an

unmistakable signature of today’s Rover designs. As are the Light Oak or

Black Oak wood style themes, linked to the duotone or Ash fascias. Seating,

as you might expect, is strictly first class. The upholstery is colour-keyed in

either Light Smokestone or Ash to complement the exterior paint finish and

fascia style chosen. You can even choose to indulge in a sumptuous leather

interior. As well as being designed to look good, comfort has been built into

the structure of the cabin. Ample legroom all round allows all passengers

to travel in comfort. The front seats are superbly supportive too.

Just as important, though, is the adjustment available to ensure that the driver

is perfectly positioned at all times. The seat has both height and lumbar

adjustment, and the steering wheel is also height adjustable. Choose any of

the saloon models and you'll also have the added indulgence of heated

front seats.

Catch the latest wave oftechnology.

The new Rover 45 comes with proven technology

that eases life behind the wheel. Option of

air-conditioning with automatic temperature

control maintains a consistently comfortable

driving environment to make hot summer days a

breeze. It also speeds up demisting in cold or

damp weather. On increasingly crowded roads,

you’ll appreciate the Trafficmaster® Alert

System (standard except on Classic), warning

you automatically of delays on the country’s

busiest routes. And you’ll be glad of the

ultrasonic parking distance sensor fitted on most

of the Rover 45 range. In an unfamiliar part of

town or on a long journey, the optional

navigation system leads you to your destination

using GPS satellite signals and a combination of

spoken directions and a clear graphic display.

With new, modern, low-travel switches for ease

of operation, you’re in total control at all time.

Master lock switch. 1

Trafficmaster® Alert System. 2

Automatic temperature control. 3

All the versatility that you'll ever need.

In the new Rover 45, it’s not just passengers that

travel well. Your possessions are conveniently

taken care of too. Cupholders keep a grip on

drink’s cans or bottles. The centre console box

offers useful stowage for small items. On many

models, the seat-backs incorporate pockets for a

road atlas or documents. The boot is remarkably

generous and versatile. All models – saloon and

five-door – have a versatile 60:40 split-fold rear

seat-back. Fold it fully for maximum space, or

partially to enable long loads to be carried with

one or two rear passengers. Even better, when

your hands are full, a third button on the remote

control keyfob (for all models) opens the boot or

tailgate for ease of access. All in a car that offers

more than the average room for its class.

Circular air vents. 1

CD-MP3 Tuner M3 100. 2

Heated front seats. 3

Black Pearl (Pearlescent)

Dover White Rio Red *

British Racing Green (Pearlescent)

Tempest Grey (Metallic) Arbour Green (Metallic) Starlight Silver (Metallic)

Royal Blue (Pearlescent)

Show your true colour.

Select your new Rover 45’s exterior from this

14 strong palette of colours, carefully chosen to

complement the design. Or go for the last word

in personal expression with our Monogram

range – see our separate Monogram brochure

and talk it over with your Rover Distributor.

* Please consult your Rover Distributor for availability details

Midnight Blue Ski Blue (Pearlescent)

Platinum Gold (Pearlescent) Firefrost (Pearlescent)

Sonic Blue (Metallic)Provence Blue (Metallic)

All-Ash with Black Oak insert.

Duotone (Ash with Light Smokestone) with Black Oak insert.

A new ambience to suit yourtaste and style.

The new Rover 45 features a new-look fascia and a selection of

colourways to suit both traditional and contemporary tastes. Will you

go for the refined duotone fascia that matches Light Smokestone with

Ash or go it alone with an all-Ash finish that’s both confident and

understated? Your duotone choice will be complemented by a Light Oak

wood style fascia and console inserts, whilst the all-Ash fascia is

completed with a distinctive Black Oak style finish. The different colour

combinations create exactly the right impression of style balanced by

smooth lines and the cleverly subtle use of chrome highlights. A further

classic look – Burr Walnut wood style – is also available through

our Monogram range of options. Please consult your Rover Distributor

for further details.

All-Ash with Light Oak insert. All-Ash with Burr Walnut insert.

Duotone (Ash with Light Smokestone) with Burr Walnut insert. Duotone (Ash with Light Smokestone) with Light Oak insert.

An inside choice.

The new Rover 45’s inviting interior includes

a fascia in a choice of colours and wood style

themes. The seat fabrics are in complementary

Light Smokestone or Black colourways, or you

can upgrade to the extra luxury of high-grade

leather in Black or Light Smokestone. For

an even greater degree of personalisation,

ask your Rover Distributor about the

Monogram range. Black Geo/Tuscany

Black Tuscany/Astoria Light Smokestone Leather Black Leather

Light Smokestone Geo/Tuscany Light Smokestone Tuscany/Astoria

Classic, Classic SE Club Club SE ConnoisseurDuotone Duotone Duotone

Fascia and Console All-Ash All-Ash (Ash with All-Ash (Ash with All-Ash (Ash withLight Smokestone) Light Smokestone) Light Smokestone)

Door Inserts Black Black Smokestone Black Smokestone Black SmokestoneSeat Material Geo/Tuscany Geo/Tuscany Astoria/Tuscany LeatherSeat Colour † Black Black Smokestone Black Black Smokestone Black Black Smokestone

Fascia / Console Inserts Black Oak Black Oak Light Oak Black Oak Light Oak Black Oak Light Oak

Exterior Colours

Solid ColoursDover White � � �Rio Red � � � �Midnight Blue � � � �Metallic/Pearlescent ColoursStarlight Silver � � � �Tempest Grey � � �Black Pearl � � � �Ski Blue � � � �Provence Blue � � �Sonic Blue � � �Royal Blue � � �Arbour Green � � �British Racing Green � � � �Platinum Gold � � �Firefrost � � �

Trim Combinations. The chart shows recommended combinations of exterior and interior colours that work particularly well.

� = Recommended † Carpet colour is matched to seat colour

If the combination of colours and trims you require is not listed above, please talk to your Rover Distributor about our Monogram Bespoke Build programme. Monogram offers an additional range of exclusive paint colours and duotone schemes together with a wide range of premium interior trims.

From quality audio to satellite navigation.

A car this refined makes an ideal environment for your favourite listening. To take maximum advantage, most of the Rover 45 range is fitted with a CD-Tuner or

CD autochanger. At the top of the range a digital MP3 player and a Becker navigation system that includes CD and tuner are available. Most models feature

steering wheel mounted remote controls for volume, station and track selection.

RADIO CASSETTE CR80This powerful and stylish CR80 radio cassette unit features a full logic cassette deck with flip downfaceplate that maximises the display screen for the driver. This radio cassette also features tracksearch facility and auto reverse. Maximum power output is 4 x 20 watts and includes features suchas RDS with EON and radio text. This unit is protected by security code and is compatible with steeringwheel remote audio controls and CD autochanger where fitted.

CD-TUNER CD80This equally stylish CD80 CD Tuner features the same tuner and audio functions with flip downfaceplate that maximises the display screen for the driver. This CD Tuner is compatible with CD-R andCD-RW discs and maximum power output is again 4 x 20 watts and includes features such as RDSwith EON and radio text. This unit is protected by security code and is compatible with steering wheelremote audio controls and CD autochanger.

CD\MP3 TUNER M3 100This higher power unit offers all of the features of the CD80 CD Tuner with a power output of 4 x 25watts. In addition to accepting CD-R and CD-RW discs this unit willl also play MP3 files that allow theuser to store up to 10 CD’s worth of music on a single disc. This top of the range unit also includesspeed dependant volume that increases the volume subtly as speed of the car increases. Thissophisticated unit also has the capability to connect to external units such as amplifiers or DVDplayers.

BECKER TRAFFIC PROWith the optional Becker GPS satellite navigation unit, programming your destination is easy. It thencalculates your route and stores it, including possible diversions. You can now eject the road databaseCD and play music CDs for your entire journey, or listen to FM, AM or LW radio. Along the route, thedisplay indicates distance to your next turning, and a simple instruction diagram. For complete safety,the directions are also given as clear synthesised voice instructions.

Audio units may vary from those shown. Please consult with Rover Distributor for details.

Key standard features.CLASSIC CLUB CLUB SE CONNOISSEUREngine Availability: 1.4 16vBody Style Availability: 5-door only

Interior Features• All-Ash fascia condition• Geo/Tuscany fabric seat facings • Black Oak wood style fascia insert

and switch surrounds• Rotary styled air vents with

chrome finish• Driver's heel mat and left footrest• Driver's sunvisor pocket• Passenger's sunvisor with vanity

mirror• Cloth headlining with one front &

two rear grab handles• Lockable glovebox with lamp• Front door bins• Console stowage tray with

rubber mat• Front & rear ashtrays• Auxiliary power socket• Driver’s cubby box• Centre console cubby box with

lid, removable cupholders & pen clip

• Driver's seat height and lumbar adjustment

• 60/40 split folding rear seat back• Carpeted loadspace• Front door sill bright treadstrips• Air blending heater unit with

4-speed blower, re-circulation control, side window demist

Instruments & Controls• Tilt adjustable steering column• Digital clock• LCD odometer/tripmeter• Rev counter• Low fuel warning lamp• Low coolant level warning lamp• Door/boot open warning light

Audio• Stereo radio cassette • 4 speakers (two front, two rear)

Exterior Features• Rover styled front grille with

chrome surround

• Re-profiled tailgate/bootlid finisher• Body-coloured side rubbing strips• Body-coloured front and rear

bumpers• Chrome effect door handle pulls• Green-tinted glass• Union flag badge on D posts• 45 badging on satin front fender

inserts• Clear lens twin halogen headlamps• Clear side repeater lamps• 14" steel wheels with full width

wheel trims• Instant tyre repair system

Safety• Driver, front passenger & front

side airbags• Height adjustable front head

restraints• Height adjustable front seat belts• Front seat belt pre-tensioners

and load limiters• Two inertia reel rear seat belts

with centre lap strap (5-door)• Three lap and diagonal inertia

reel rear seat belts (4-door)• ABS with EBD (Electronic

Brakeforce Distribution)• Front disc brakes (ventilated on

1.8 and 2.0TD 113Ps models)• Rear disc brakes (rear drums on

1.4, 1.6 and 2.0TD 101Ps models)

Electrical Features• Single front centrally mounted

interior lamp with ‘wake up’ and delay functions

• Glove compartment, loadspace & ashtray lamps

• Electric headlamp levelling• High centrally mounted rear

brake lamp• Lights-on warning buzzer• Heated rear screen with timed

switch-off• Two speed wipers with

intermittent wipe

• Rear wash-wipe with intermittent and automatic operation (5-door only)

Security• Remote central door locking• Plip controlled remote boot

release function• Internal tailgate/boot release• Internal fuel filler flap release• Thatcham Category 1 alarm

system with perimetric and volumetric protection

• Passive engine immobilisation• Visible second VIN label• Security shielding for steering

column, all doors & tailgate locks• Auto-relocking and speed locking

functions• Master locking/unlocking switch

including personal panic attack alarm mode

• Child-proof rear door locks

Suspension & Steering• Front independent double

wishbone suspension with telescopic dampers

• Front anti-roll bar (plus rear anti-roll bar on diesel models)

• Rear independent multi-link suspension with telescopic dampers

• Power-assisted steering

CLASSIC SEEngine Availability: 1.4 16vBody Style Availability: 5-door only

additional specification featuresover Classic:

• Electric sunroof• Trafficmaster® Alert System• Rear ultrasonic parking distance

sensors

Engine Availability: 1.4 16v, 1.616v, 2.0TD 101PsBody Style Availability: 5-door & Saloon

additional specificationfeatures over Classic SE:

• Additional interior colourchoices

• CFC-free on/off air-conditioning including pollenfilter (ilo electric sunroof)

• Electric front windows with driver’s one-shot open

• Electric rear windows• Electrically operated and heated

door mirrors• Body-coloured door mirrors• CD-Tuner• Steering wheel-mounted

remote audio controls• Front tweeters

4-door models additional specification:

• Front fog lights• Headlamp powerwash• Heated front seats

Engine Availability: 1.4 16v, 1.616v, 1.8 16v (plus auto option),2.0TD 101Ps, 2.0TD 113PsBody Style Availability: 5-door &Saloon

additional specificationfeatures over Club:

• Automatic temperature control air-conditioning

• 15" Turbine alloy wheels• Security wheel nuts (one

per wheel)• Leather steering wheel and

gearknob• Luxury Tuscany/Astoria fabric

seat facings• Rear head restraints • Rear armrest• Front seat back map pockets• Bright rear sill treadstrips

4-door models additionalspecification:

• Front fog lights• Headlamp powerwash• Heated front seats

Engine Availability: 1.6 16v, 1.8 16v (plus auto option), 2.0TD113PsBody Style Availability: 5-door &Saloon

additional specification featuresover Club SE:

• Leather seat facings• Chrome door mirrors• 16" Nine Spoke alloy wheels

with security wheel nuts(one per wheel)

• CD autochanger (with radio cassette ilo CD-Tuner)

4-door models additionalspecification:

• Front fog lights• Headlamp powerwash• Heated front seats

If the combination of colour, trims and features you require is not listed above, please talk to your Distributor about Rover's Monogram Bespoke Build programme.

Life is full of choices, so is the new Rover 45.

To help you make some of these choices, we have put together five comfort levels to suit your different needs. The Classic SE adds practical touches like electric

sunroof and rear parking sensors to the excellent value Classic. If affordable comfort is what you need try the Club with its air-conditioning, electric front and rear

windows and CD-Tuner. For those added luxuries why not upgrade to a Club SE with its ATC air-conditioning and 15" alloys. For real indulgence take a Connoisseur

with leather seats, CD autochanger and 16" alloys.

Options to suit you.

Further choices like alternative alloy wheel styles, Satellite Navigation, or front fog lights could put the finishing touches to your car.

Or for an extended choice please consult your Rover Distributor.

BODY STYLE ENGINES TRANSMISSIONS COMFORT LEVELS

5-door hatchback 1.4 16v 5-speed manual Classic4-door saloon 1.6 16v Stepspeed automatic Classic SE

1.8 16v Club2.0 Turbo Diesel (101Ps) Club SE2.0 Turbo Diesel (113Ps) Connoisseur

CLASSIC CLASSIC SE CLUB CLUB SE CONNOISSEUR

Full size spare wheel Full size spare wheel Full size spare wheel Full size spare wheel Space saver spare wheelCD-Tuner CD-Tuner CD Autochanger CD Autochanger Electric sunroof

15" Turbine Alloys 15" Turbine Alloys 16" Nine Spoke Alloys Satellite NavigationSatellite Navigation Satellite Navigation Stepspeed automatic gearbox (on 1.8 models)

Stepspeed automatic gearbox (on 1.8 models) Front fog lights (5-door)Front fog lights (5-door)

Sports Style Pack

BE YOU.

MONOGRAM GIVES EVERYONE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PERSONALISE THEIR CAR AND REALLY STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD. BY CHOOSING FROM THE

MONOGRAM RANGE, YOUR NEW ROVER 45 CAN REFLECT YOUR TASTE AND PERSONALITY – FROM THE EYE-CATCHING EXTERIOR COLOUR AND FINISH OF

THE BODYWORK TO THE INTERIOR TRIM, YOU CAN CREATE A CAR THAT’S AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU ARE.

MONOGRAM INTERIORIF YOUR CAR’S EXTERIOR SPEAKS TO

OTHERS, THEN THE INTERIOR IS

YOUR PERSONAL DOMAIN. HERE IS

WHERE YOU FEEL AT ONE WITH YOUR

DRIVING ENVIRONMENT; HERE IS WHERE

YOU ARE IN CONTROL. A RANGE OF

COLOUR CO-ORDINATED MATERIALS

AND OPTIONS, INCLUDING THE

HUGELY POPULAR ALCANTARA®

SUEDE-EFFECT MATERIAL ENABLE

YOU TO PERSONALISE YOUR CAR TO

YOUR PERSONALITY.

MONOGRAM EXTERIORMONOGRAM OFFERS A PALETTE OF

STYLE-AWARE AND TECHNICALLY

ADVANCED EXTERIOR PAINT

FINISHES. YOUR CHOICE CAN SPEAK

QUIETLY AND CONFIDENTLY OR YOU

CAN OPT FOR BOLDER, BRIGHTER

BRUSHSTROKES. COLOUR IS A LIVING

THING AND MONOGRAM INVITES YOU

TO BRING YOUR ROVER VERY MUCH

TO LIFE.

MONOGRAM OPTIONSTHE MONOGRAM PERSONAL OPTIONS

PROGRAMME COMPLETES THE

PICTURE. STATE-OF-THE-ART IN CAR

ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS TAILORED

TO YOUR CAR, SATELLITE NAVIGATION

SYSTEMS THAT HELP GUIDE YOU

SMOOTHLY TO YOUR NEXT VITAL

APPOINTMENT, AN EXTENSIVE RANGE

OF ALLOY WHEELS (OF COURSE), AND

ANY OF A RANGE OF DETAILED OPTIONS

DESIGNED TO MAKE YOUR ROVER

MOTORING A PLEASURE.

Don’t compromise, accessorise.

Rover’s range of accessories, fitted by your Distributor, is so wide we’ve created a separate brochure. It contains all you’ll need for towing or for

protection including mud flaps, floor mats and a dog guard. Then there’s our roof carrying system, which allows you to mount cycles, winter sports

equipment or a secure aerodynamic roof box. Maybe you’ll go for our SmartNav®System, travel pilot or Sony MP3 player. But it’s not just about matching the

car to the needs of your lifestyle. It’s about visual style, too, with alloy wheels, chrome exhaust finishers and many other distinctive enhancements.

Tow bar mounted cycle carrier.1

Blaupunkt Travel Pilot.2

Roof box.3

Sony CDX-F5500 MP3.4

Mud flap.5

Blaupunkt Daytona MP53.6

14″ Wheel trimwith 185/65 R14 radialply tyres and full width

wheel trims

15� Turbinewith 195/55 R15 radial ply

tyres

15″ Fissionwith 195/55 R15 radial

ply tyres

15� Serpentwith 195/55 R15 radial ply

tyres

16� Hairpin with 205/50 R16 radial

ply tyres

16� Nine Spoke with 205/45 R16 radial ply

tyres

Technical specification.

Engine and Transmission Availability Classic Classic SE Club Club SE Connoisseur

1.4 16v 5-speed manual �† �† �† �† –

1.6 16v 5-speed manual – – � � �

1.8 16v 5-speed manual – – – � �

1.8 16v Stepspeed automatic – – – � �

2.0 Turbo Diesel 5-speed manual (101Ps) – – �† � –

2.0 Turbo Diesel 5-speed manual (113Ps) – – – � �

LPG Dual Fuel* � � � � �

� Derivative Available � Optional † 5-door only - not available * Please ask your MG Rover Distributor for details of approved LPG conversions.

Engines

Max. Power Max. Torque Engine Capacity Engine Data

1.4 103 Ps (EC) 123 Nm (EC) 1396cc 4 cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC with electronic multipoint fuel injection, programmed ignition,@ 6000 rpm @ 4500 rpm and 3-way controlled catalyst. Hydraulic tappets. Compression ratio 10.3:1

1.6 109 Ps (EC) 138 Nm (EC) 1589cc 4 cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC with electronic multipoint fuel injection, programmed ignition,@ 6000 rpm @ 4500 rpm and 3-way controlled catalyst. Hydraulic tappets. Compression ratio 10.5:1

1.8 117 Ps (EC) 160 Nm (EC) 1796cc As above@ 5500 rpm @ 2750 rpm

2.0 Turbo Diesel (101Ps) 101 Ps (EC) 240 Nm (EC) 1994cc 4 cylinder, SOHC turbocharged and intercooled diesel with electronic programmed direct fuel injection, @ 4200 rpm @ 2000 rpm 2-way oxidation catalyst, exhaust gas recirculation and fast-acting glow plugs. Compression ratio 19.5:1.

2.0 Turbo Diesel (113Ps) 113 Ps (EC) 260 Nm (EC) 1994cc As above@ 4200 rpm @ 2000 rpm

If the combination of colour, trims and features you require is not listed above, please talk to your Distributor about Rover's Monogram Bespoke Build programme.

Technical specification.

Acceleration (secs)Maximum 30-50 mph 50-70 mph Urban Extra Urban Combined Co2

Model Transmission Speed (mph) 0-60 mph (4th gear) (4th gear) Mpg L/100km Mpg L/100km Mpg L/100km g/km Decl.

1.4 Manual 115 11.2 10.0 11.1 30.4 9.3 49.4 5.7 40.0 7.0 168

1.6 Manual 118 10.3 9.2 10.2 30.1 9.4 50.1 5.6 40.2 7.0 168

1.8 Manual 121 9.3 7.4 8.4 29.2 9.7 48.3 5.8 38.9 7.3 174

1.8 Automatic 114 10.3 N/A N/A 23.8 11.9 43.2 6.5 33.3 8.5 203

2.0 Diesel (101Ps) Manual 115 10.6 6.7 7.7 38.7 7.3 66.4 4.3 52.7 5.4 150

2.0 Diesel (113Ps) Manual 118 9.8 6.5 6.9 36.2 7.8 65.7 4.3 50.5 5.6 150

* Manufacturer’s data. All fuel economy figures are in accordance with Directive 1999/100/EC. They have been calculated using the same test cycle as used for official exhaust emission classification. They cannot becompared with the previous steady speed/urban figures and are more representative of actual on-road fuel consumption. Under normal use a car’s actual fuel consumption figures may differ from those achievedthrough the test procedure, depending on driving technique, road and traffic conditions, environmental factors, and vehicle condition.All Rover 45 petrol models are equipped with a 3-way controlled catalytic converter and must use unleaded fuel. The use of Premium (95 RON) unleaded fuel is recommended. Unleaded petrol of a higheroctane can be used. Fuel tank capacity: 12.1 gallons (55 litres)

Service Intervals: 12 months/15,000 miles for petrol models, 12 months/12,000 miles for Turbo Diesel models,

Suspension

Front: Independent, double wishbone with coil springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar.Rear: Independent multi-link with coil springs and telescopic dampers. Anti-roll bar on diesel models.

Steering

Rack and pinion, power assisted. Turning circle (kerb-to-kerb) 10.3 metres.

Brakes

Servo-assisted, diagonal dual circuit system with four-channel ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution. Audible pad wear warning.Front discs, ventilated on 1.8 and 2.0D 113Ps models. Rear drums on 1.4, 1.6 and 2.0D 101Ps models. Rear discs on 1.8 and 2.0D 113Ps

Classic Classic SE Club Club SE ConnoisseurWheels and Tyres

14" steel wheels with trims � � � – –

15" Turbine alloy wheels – � � � –

16" Nine spoke alloy wheels – – – � �

ITR** � � � � �Space-saver spare wheel – – – – �

Full size steel spare wheel � � � � –

� Standard � Optional ** ITR is a temporary Instant Tyre Repair system

Performance* and Fuel Economy

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Technical specification.Safety Classic Classic SE Club Club SE Connoisseur

Laminated windscreen. Driver's airbag. Passenger's airbag. Side airbags (front).Side intrusion beams in doors. Adjustable front head restraints. Height adjustablefront seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters. Three lap and diagonal inertiareel seat belts on saloons. Two inertia reel lap and diagonal seat belts with centre � � � � �lap belt on 5-door models. High mounted rear brake lamp. Twin rear fog guard lamps. ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution. Rear door child safety locks.Inertia switch controlling fuel isolation and door unlocking.

Locks and Security

'Thatcham 1' grade perimetric and volumetric alarmed protection. Passive engineimmobilisation system. Battery backed-up alarm sounder.

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Remote controlled central door locking. Audible mislock sounding. � � � � �

Internal master locking switch with panic alarm function. � � � � �

Passive relocking function. Speed dependent locking function. � � � � �

Boot/tailgate release facility through remote plip or internal release. � � � � �

Internal bonnet release. Internal fuel filler flap release. � � � � �

Shielded steering column and door locks. � � � � �

Visible second VIN plate. � � � � �

Security wheel nuts (one per alloy wheel). – �* �* � �

Heating and Ventilation

Air blending fresh air system with recirculation mode. � � � � �

Air flow to windscreen front, and rear footwells and front side windows.� � � � �Four rotary face level vents.

Rotary controls for four-speed fan and air distribution. � � � – –

Manual air-conditioning. Pollen filter. – – � – –

ATC (automatic temperature control) air-conditioning with constant interiortemperature regulation, solar heat sensor, automatic selection of air source and – – – � �distribution, variable fan speed and pollen filter.

Heated rear window with timed off function. � � � � �

Seating and Trim

Geo and Tuscany seat fabrics. Cloth backs and borders. � � � – –

Tuscany and Astoria seat fabrics. Cloth backs and borders. – – – � –

Leather seat facings. – – – – �

Leather trimmed steering wheel. – – – � �

Leather trimmed gearknob. – – – � �

Front seat fore-aft and recline adjustments. � � � � �Driver's height and lumbar adjustment. � � � � �Fully trimmed doors with cloth inserts and integrated door pulls/armrests. � � � � �

� Standard � Optional – Not available *when optional alloy wheels supplied.

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Technical specification.Seating and Trim (continued) Classic Classic SE Club Club SE Connoisseur

Fully carpeted car interior and boot. � � � � �All-Ash interior colourway. � � – – –

Choice of all-Ash or duotone Smokestone/Ash interior colourways. – – � � �Choice of fascia and console finishers. – – � � �60/40 split folding rear seatback. � � � � �Forward folding rear seat cushion on 5-door models. � � � � �Rear centre armrest, rear map pockets and two rear headrests. – – – � �

Bright front door sill tread strips. � � � � �Bright rear door sill tread strips. – – – � �

Interior featuresGlovebox with lock and illumination. Rear ashtray. Front door bins. � � � � �Centre console oddments tray with mat. Driver's flock-lined drop-down cubby. � � � � �

Full length high centre console with lidded box incorporating removable cup� � � � �

holders and pen clip module.

Passenger grab handles. Dipping rear view mirror. � � � � �

Twin swivelling sunvisors with passenger's vanity mirror and driver's docket pocket. � � � � �

Driver's heel mat and left footrest. Rear seat belt tidy stowage facility. � � � � �

Chrome finished fresh air vent surrounds and door pulls. � � � � �

Instruments and ControlsInstrument pack including speedometer, rev counter, water temperature gauge,fuel gauge and warning lamp bank including lamps for low fuel, handbrake on and � � � � �door/boot open.

Electronic odometer with LCD display and trip function. � � � � �

Digital clock. � � � � �

Trafficmaster® Alert System - Traffic Alert System. – � � � �Twin column stalks for indicators, main beam, headlamp flash, two speed wipers,wash-wipe, intermittent wipe and (5-door models) rear wiper and washer. � � � � �

Rear wash-wipe with automatic operation when reversing with front wipers on (5-door models). � � � � �

Steering column tilt adjustment with soft feel three-spoke steering wheel. � � � � �Horn buttons in steering wheel centre. � � � � �

Electrical featuresElectrically adjustable and heated door mirrors. – – � � �Electric front windows with driver's one-shot down function. – – � � �Electric rear windows with isolator switch. – – � � �Electric window time-out operation. – – � � �Electric glass slide and tilt sunroof with sliding internal blind. – � – – �Courtesy lamp operated by front and rear doors with 'wake up' and timed fade-out functions. � � � � �Twin halogen headlamps with internal beam level adjuster. � � � � �Front fog lamps - five door models (standard on saloons). – – – � �Twin reversing lamps. Hazard warning lamps. Clear side indicator repeaters. � � � � �Lamps-on warning buzzer. Loadspace lamp. � � � � �

� Standard � Optional – Not available

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Technical specification.Electrical features (continued) Classic Classic SE Club Club SE Connoisseur

Auxiliary power socket (instead of cigar lighter). � � � � �Rear parking distance sensors. – � � � �

Audio

Roof-mounted flexible aerial. � � � � �Four speakers - two front, two rear. � � � � �Two tweeters, one mounted in each front cheater panel. – – � � �Steering wheel mounted volume, channel and function controls. – – � � �Radio cassette player with AM, FM and RDS. � � – – �CD-Tuner with AM, FM and RDS. � � � � –

Six-disc CD autochanger. – – � � �

In-dash satellite navigation system including CD player and tuner (steering wheelcontrols are not provided, and CD autochanger is not compatible, with this option). – – � � �

Exterior

Black door mirror covers. � � – – –

Body colour door mirror covers. – – � � –

Chrome capped door mirrors. – – – – �Deep front bumper, integrated aerodynamic boot/tailgate lip. � � � � �Green-tinted glass with additional tinting for side and rear windows. � � � � �Body colour bumpers, side mouldings and sill finishers. Bright finish door pulls. � � � � �Clear lens headlamp pods with integrated front indicator lamps. � � � � �Choice of metallic and pearlescent paint finishes. � � � � �

Additional features on Saloon models

Heated front seats. – – � � �

Headlamp powerwash. – – � � �

Front fog lamps. – – � � �

Option Pack

Sports Style Pack: rear spoiler, 16" Hairpins alloy wheels and sports seats with– – – � –Alcantara® facings and black leather bolsters (5-door model only).

� Standard � Optional – Not available Alcantara® is a registered trademark of ALCANTARA S.p.A.

Rover 45 Insurance Groups (as recommended by the Association of British Insurers).Insurance groups are unavailable at the time of printing; please consult your Distributor. TBC = to be confirmed.

1.4 16v TBC TBC TBC TBC –

1.6 16v – – TBC TBC TBC

1.8 16v – – – TBC TBC

2.0 TD (101Ps) – – TBC TBC –

2.0 TD (113Ps) – – – TBC TBC

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Technical specification.Rover 45 4 & 5 door – Vehicle Weight

1.4 man 1.6 man 1.8 man 1.8CVT 2.0D man

kg lb kg lb kg lb kg lb kg lb

Unladen minimum* 1105 2435 1105 2435 1125 2480 1150 2535 1230 2710

Unladen maximum* 1205 2655 1205 2655 1215 2675 1240 2730 1320 2910

Max laden weight† 1640 3615 1640 3615 1640 3615 1640 3615 1720 3790

Max axle load, front 845 1860 845 1860 845 1860 845 1860 940 2070

Max axle load, rear† 840 1850 840 1850 840 1850 840 1850 840 1850

Max roof load 65 140 65 140 65 140 65 140 65 140

Max trailer weight, unbraked 500 1100 500 1100 500 1100 500 1100 500 1100

Max trailer weight, braked†† 1000 2205 1000 2205 1000 2205 1000 2205 1000 2205

Max tow hitch download 70 150 70 150 70 150 70 150 70 150Note: * Unladen weight is with no occupants and 90% fuel tank filling.† When towing, the vehicle maximum laden weight can be increased by up to 100kg(221lbs) and the maximum rear axle load can be increased by 15%, provided road speed is limited to a maximum of 62mph(100km/h).†† The maximum towing weights shown above are to an industry defined standard and represent the maximum weight that can be towed by the vehicle, allowing it to restart efficiently on a 12% gradient (1 in 8 approx.) at sea level.

Always fit Rover officially approved towing attachments and accessories, available from your Distributor. These are the only ones approved for use on Rover cars.

5-DOOR SALOON

Luggage capacity: 5-door 370 litres, Saloon 470 litres.Note: These specifications apply to UK models. Specifications for other markets may vary and are available on request.

Internal Dimensions: Saloon: front headroom 0.94m, front legroom 1.06m, front shoulder room 1.34m, rear headroom 0.93m, rear legroom 0.85m, rear shoulder room 1.34m5-Door: front headroom 0.94m, front legroom 1.06m, front shoulder room 1.34m, rear headroom 0.93m, rear legroom 0.85m, rear shoulder room 1.34m

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Important Notice: MG Rover Group is constantlyseeking ways to improve the specification, design andproduction of its vehicles and alterations take placecontinually. Whilst every effort is made to produce up to date literature, this UK market brochure should not be regarded as an infallible guide to currentspecifications, nor does it constitute an offer for the sale of any particular vehicle. Distributors are not agentsof MG Rover Group and have absolutely no authority tobind MG Rover Group by any express or impliedundertaking or representation. Any reference in thisbrochure to speed or performance should not be taken asan encouragement to drive either dangerously or atspeeds in excess of the national limit. If you require anyfurther information regarding Rover products or services,please contact your local Rover Distributor, who will bepleased to assist you.

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